Floss Calculator by Symbol

Use this calculator to determine the total floss length for each symbol.

Fabric thread count:

Stitching over 1 or 2:

Scarlet Quince Pattern:

Units:

inches

cm

Hints:

The fabric thread count is the number of threads in a linear inch of fabric. Even in metric countries,
fabric thread counts are per inch (that’s 2.54 cm). If your fabric is labelled "16-count", for example, just enter 16 as the
fabric thread count.

Stitching over 1 or 2: on aida or other coarse weaves you will normally stitch "over one" - each stitch crosses one thread. On linen and finer weaves you will normally stitch "over two".

I have just read your whole tips section and was absolutely amazed at what I was reading. I have been doing cross stitch for 30 years and pride myself on my work but I learned a lot. I have worked several patterns that use blended colors but your suggestions are even more helpful.